Anxiety Therapists in Ravenswood, Chicago, IL
I have solid experience working with adults who live with trauma, depression, bipolar, anxiety, disordered eating, obsessive-compulsive behaviors, stress, relationship issues, academic struggles, immigration difficulties, and grief.
Shopping around online for a human to trust and talk to can be a strange experience, and I understand that the beginning of this journey can feel overwhelming. I utilize humor, creativity, self-reflection, body-based interventions, and education to promote your growth. Your therapy will be individualized to who you are and your lived experiences. We’ll work as a team to explore, understand, and update the obstacles in your life. I believe knowledge is a transformative tool that can help us update how we relate to ourselves, others, and the world. Together, we'll look beyond diagnoses, and examine attachment and relationships.
I have solid experience working with adults who live with trauma, depression, bipolar, anxiety, disordered eating, obsessive-compulsive behaviors, stress, relationship issues, academic struggles, immigration difficulties, and grief.
Shopping around online for a human to trust and talk to can be a strange experience, and I understand that the beginning of this journey can feel overwhelming. I utilize humor, creativity, self-reflection, body-based interventions, and education to promote your growth. Your therapy will be individualized to who you are and your lived experiences. We’ll work as a team to explore, understand, and update the obstacles in your life. I believe knowledge is a transformative tool that can help us update how we relate to ourselves, others, and the world. Together, we'll look beyond diagnoses, and examine attachment and relationships.
If you're tired of relationship inequality, low self-esteem, feeling depressed, anxious/ paralyzed by negative thinking or painful memories, or dealing with physical illness, allow me to help you help yourself.
Do you feel overwhelmed by changes in your life, disconnected, or that stress is blocking your ability to be who you really are? Are you exhausted, spreading your energy too thin? Do traumatic memories or fear rob your ability to be in the present moment? Allow me to help you reboot your spirit and your self-appreciation. Together we can tease out what needs to change to help you gain control and connect with your own power. I use cutting edge techniques that help you highlight your strengths, lower stress levels and get you moving in the right direction.
If you're tired of relationship inequality, low self-esteem, feeling depressed, anxious/ paralyzed by negative thinking or painful memories, or dealing with physical illness, allow me to help you help yourself.
Do you feel overwhelmed by changes in your life, disconnected, or that stress is blocking your ability to be who you really are? Are you exhausted, spreading your energy too thin? Do traumatic memories or fear rob your ability to be in the present moment? Allow me to help you reboot your spirit and your self-appreciation. Together we can tease out what needs to change to help you gain control and connect with your own power. I use cutting edge techniques that help you highlight your strengths, lower stress levels and get you moving in the right direction.
Vicki L Goodwin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, RN, LCSW, LLC
Verified Verified
Ravenswood, Chicago, IL 60640
However, I have particular experience with anxiety, panic attacks, agoraphobia, social anxiety, OCD, life transitions of all types, individuation/separation challenges between emerging adults and parents, and new parenting challenges.
I use focused curiosity and a strengths based assessment to help you explore your concerns and to identify what new skills you could benefit from learning. Collaboratively, we create the plan that allows you to reach your objectives at the pace that feels comfortable for you. With a banquet of psychological theories to choose from, I utilize those that fit your specific personality and your specific need. I don't believe that one size fits all. Uncomfortable challenges in life are to be expected, but suffering is not. With support, new perspectives and effective strategies for cognitive and emotional management, they can become mere speedbumps.
However, I have particular experience with anxiety, panic attacks, agoraphobia, social anxiety, OCD, life transitions of all types, individuation/separation challenges between emerging adults and parents, and new parenting challenges.
I use focused curiosity and a strengths based assessment to help you explore your concerns and to identify what new skills you could benefit from learning. Collaboratively, we create the plan that allows you to reach your objectives at the pace that feels comfortable for you. With a banquet of psychological theories to choose from, I utilize those that fit your specific personality and your specific need. I don't believe that one size fits all. Uncomfortable challenges in life are to be expected, but suffering is not. With support, new perspectives and effective strategies for cognitive and emotional management, they can become mere speedbumps.
Leanette Pokuwaah
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Ravenswood, Chicago, IL 60618
Waitlist for new clients
I have many experiences with LGBTQIA+ healing from religious trauma and anxiety as well as BIPOC folks navigating their racial or national identity.
You are not alone. It is so easy to shame or become critical of ourselves when we feel like we did not meet our own expectations. It is easy to compare ourselves to others and feel like everyone else seems so secure and confident. In this therapy space, we will journey together as you unravel all you need to feel grounded and equipped for new challenges. I bring warmth, light, and peaceful energy into the therapy space so that you feel comfortable showing up as your whole self. Our space will help support you as you obtain the tools, such as mindfulness and self-compassion practices, to best heal and care for yourself.
I have many experiences with LGBTQIA+ healing from religious trauma and anxiety as well as BIPOC folks navigating their racial or national identity.
You are not alone. It is so easy to shame or become critical of ourselves when we feel like we did not meet our own expectations. It is easy to compare ourselves to others and feel like everyone else seems so secure and confident. In this therapy space, we will journey together as you unravel all you need to feel grounded and equipped for new challenges. I bring warmth, light, and peaceful energy into the therapy space so that you feel comfortable showing up as your whole self. Our space will help support you as you obtain the tools, such as mindfulness and self-compassion practices, to best heal and care for yourself.
Being a warm, collaborative, humorous, and grounded psychotherapist is essential to my work. I believe that relationships are at the core of the human experience. I specialize in treating children, adolescents, young adults and families who are struggling with life transitions, depression, anxiety, and reactions to trauma. The clients I work with are often seeking support in deepening connections with others and within themselves. My goal is to support my clients by providing a safe, accepting environment for self-exploration, and to help them remain grounded and find peace as they manage complex life stressors.
Being a warm, collaborative, humorous, and grounded psychotherapist is essential to my work. I believe that relationships are at the core of the human experience. I specialize in treating children, adolescents, young adults and families who are struggling with life transitions, depression, anxiety, and reactions to trauma. The clients I work with are often seeking support in deepening connections with others and within themselves. My goal is to support my clients by providing a safe, accepting environment for self-exploration, and to help them remain grounded and find peace as they manage complex life stressors.
I specialize in the treatment of a range of issues including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, gender dysphoria, trauma, self-destructive behavior, and perinatal mental health.
Change can require a great deal of vulnerability- it takes courage even to reach out and begin therapy. In fact, many people enter therapy wanting to grow and overcome troubling patterns, and yet scared of what the process will entail and fearful of the unknown. I fully recognize how challenging this can be, and work collaboratively with my clients to establish a safe place where they can feel understood, supported, and encouraged to make lasting changes.
I specialize in the treatment of a range of issues including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, gender dysphoria, trauma, self-destructive behavior, and perinatal mental health.
Change can require a great deal of vulnerability- it takes courage even to reach out and begin therapy. In fact, many people enter therapy wanting to grow and overcome troubling patterns, and yet scared of what the process will entail and fearful of the unknown. I fully recognize how challenging this can be, and work collaboratively with my clients to establish a safe place where they can feel understood, supported, and encouraged to make lasting changes.
If you have been struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, loneliness, addiction, trauma-related difficulties, relationship issues, chronic stress, work stress, feeling stuck, low self-confidence, or any of the other areas we specialize in, and are ready to take the first step into living a healthier life, please contact us.
Fuller Counseling was founded with the mission of creating a space that is comfortable, warm, compassionate, and free of judgment. We aim to work with individuals (adolescents and adults), couples and families to challenge negative beliefs, patterns, maladaptive coping skills, along with other difficult cycles that may have appeared throughout the course of life. We work with clients to create goals and treatment plans that will lead to healthier ways of living and utilize productive coping mechanisms. We empower our clients to make changes and gain insight that will stop old patterns and increase self-awareness and confidence.
If you have been struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, loneliness, addiction, trauma-related difficulties, relationship issues, chronic stress, work stress, feeling stuck, low self-confidence, or any of the other areas we specialize in, and are ready to take the first step into living a healthier life, please contact us.
Fuller Counseling was founded with the mission of creating a space that is comfortable, warm, compassionate, and free of judgment. We aim to work with individuals (adolescents and adults), couples and families to challenge negative beliefs, patterns, maladaptive coping skills, along with other difficult cycles that may have appeared throughout the course of life. We work with clients to create goals and treatment plans that will lead to healthier ways of living and utilize productive coping mechanisms. We empower our clients to make changes and gain insight that will stop old patterns and increase self-awareness and confidence.
Kate Swiatek
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ravenswood, Chicago, IL 60640
Hi, I'm glad you're here. I believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live an authentic and fulfilling life. My approach to therapy is meeting people where they are and helping them get to where they want to be. I think that change happens through genuine connection, so feel free to be completely yourself in therapy - I’ll do the same. Some of the topics I'm passionate about in my practice are body image/body neutrality, grief, anxiety, parenting, exploring gender and sexuality, dating/relationships, life transitions, social difficulties, and OCD, but really, I'm open and excited to support you with whatever you're dealing with.
Hi, I'm glad you're here. I believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live an authentic and fulfilling life. My approach to therapy is meeting people where they are and helping them get to where they want to be. I think that change happens through genuine connection, so feel free to be completely yourself in therapy - I’ll do the same. Some of the topics I'm passionate about in my practice are body image/body neutrality, grief, anxiety, parenting, exploring gender and sexuality, dating/relationships, life transitions, social difficulties, and OCD, but really, I'm open and excited to support you with whatever you're dealing with.
Debra Bartelt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ravenswood, Chicago, IL 60640
I can assist you with difficulties in your life due to relationship issues, divorce, life transitions, academic /job stress, past or current trauma, anxiety, and depression.
Often what brings people to therapy is the desire to change a pattern of behavior that no longer works in your best interest. Changing the way we handle certain areas of our lives can be a difficult process. Finding the right therapist for you is essential in making this change happen. Together we will explore what change you would like to move towards, and understand how your patterns developed over time. What once were effective coping skills may no longer be necessary or useful, but letting go and finding another way is the work we can do together.
I can assist you with difficulties in your life due to relationship issues, divorce, life transitions, academic /job stress, past or current trauma, anxiety, and depression.
Often what brings people to therapy is the desire to change a pattern of behavior that no longer works in your best interest. Changing the way we handle certain areas of our lives can be a difficult process. Finding the right therapist for you is essential in making this change happen. Together we will explore what change you would like to move towards, and understand how your patterns developed over time. What once were effective coping skills may no longer be necessary or useful, but letting go and finding another way is the work we can do together.
I am experienced in supporting individuals with anxiety, depression, substance misuse, or a variety of life transitions: grief and loss, school or college stress, chronic illness, relationship issues, and cultural or identity-related explorations.
Connection is an essential part of change. As an art therapist, I view the therapeutic relationship as a core foundation we build together. My counseling style is warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth, inviting curiosity and creativity into each session. Drawing from a strengths-based and person-centered approach, our work will center on your values and the changes you want to make in your life. Together, we can envision new paths and possibilities to help you navigate difficult times, while ensuring that you feel supported and celebrated along the way.
I am experienced in supporting individuals with anxiety, depression, substance misuse, or a variety of life transitions: grief and loss, school or college stress, chronic illness, relationship issues, and cultural or identity-related explorations.
Connection is an essential part of change. As an art therapist, I view the therapeutic relationship as a core foundation we build together. My counseling style is warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth, inviting curiosity and creativity into each session. Drawing from a strengths-based and person-centered approach, our work will center on your values and the changes you want to make in your life. Together, we can envision new paths and possibilities to help you navigate difficult times, while ensuring that you feel supported and celebrated along the way.
Jacqueline Patterson
Pre-Licensed Professional, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ravenswood, Chicago, IL 60640
You are deserving of care and support as you navigate the ups and downs in life. As a therapist, I provide a compassionate, non-judgemental space for clients to work through difficult emotions and experiences while feeling safe, seen, and supported. My goal is for clients to feel a sense of ease when they enter sessions and a sense of understanding and hope when they leave. I work with children, adolescents, and adults navigating a range of concerns, including trauma, grief, difficult relationships, chronic illness, disability, neurodivergence, immigration, sexuality, stress, anxiety, and depression.
You are deserving of care and support as you navigate the ups and downs in life. As a therapist, I provide a compassionate, non-judgemental space for clients to work through difficult emotions and experiences while feeling safe, seen, and supported. My goal is for clients to feel a sense of ease when they enter sessions and a sense of understanding and hope when they leave. I work with children, adolescents, and adults navigating a range of concerns, including trauma, grief, difficult relationships, chronic illness, disability, neurodivergence, immigration, sexuality, stress, anxiety, and depression.
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My areas of experience include trauma, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, grief and loss, gender and sexuality, socio-political stress, immigrant/generational trauma, couples/family issues, and life transitions.
I honor the courage it takes for you to have made it to this point in your journey. I work to facilitate a space of curiosity that leads to deeper insight, awareness, and self-compassion to help bring meaningful change where it is needed. I believe that resilience, the capacity to recover from adversity, is a key ability for mental and emotional health. Building this capacity is a healing practice. I use resiliency skills in the “here and now” during our sessions to build healthy habits for sustainable wellness. I also value collaboration, and often invite feedback to ensure your voice and purpose is at the center of the work,
My areas of experience include trauma, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, grief and loss, gender and sexuality, socio-political stress, immigrant/generational trauma, couples/family issues, and life transitions.
I honor the courage it takes for you to have made it to this point in your journey. I work to facilitate a space of curiosity that leads to deeper insight, awareness, and self-compassion to help bring meaningful change where it is needed. I believe that resilience, the capacity to recover from adversity, is a key ability for mental and emotional health. Building this capacity is a healing practice. I use resiliency skills in the “here and now” during our sessions to build healthy habits for sustainable wellness. I also value collaboration, and often invite feedback to ensure your voice and purpose is at the center of the work,
I'm glad to support you on your life journey and have a particula passion for those struggling with anxiety and who want to grow in this area due to my own prior journey with anxiety.
I believe there is incredible potential and hope for each person to have a fulfilling and meaningful life, even despite challenges in a person's background or current stressful situation. Each person possesses the resources within themselves to create the change they desire. Counseling simply facilitates unlocking those resources as providing additional "tools" for desired change. I enjoy working with a variety of people and consider it a pleasure to listen, encourage, offer these additional tools to move closer to a person's desired goals, healing, and happiness.
I'm glad to support you on your life journey and have a particula passion for those struggling with anxiety and who want to grow in this area due to my own prior journey with anxiety.
I believe there is incredible potential and hope for each person to have a fulfilling and meaningful life, even despite challenges in a person's background or current stressful situation. Each person possesses the resources within themselves to create the change they desire. Counseling simply facilitates unlocking those resources as providing additional "tools" for desired change. I enjoy working with a variety of people and consider it a pleasure to listen, encourage, offer these additional tools to move closer to a person's desired goals, healing, and happiness.
Hilary Jordan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
Ravenswood, Chicago, IL 60640
We all have the capacity to heal. From difficult relationships, anxiety, depression, chronic stress and/or pain, parenting challenges, infertility, traumatic life experiences, or other sources of distress. You have the capacity to heal. To live your most extraordinary life each and every day. To live wholly. People usually enter therapy because something important isn't working in their lives. Though healing work sometimes feels lonely, particularly when you first begin, you do not have to begin this journey alone. With the right guidance, the work can quickly become empowering, energizing, even enlightening, as you begin to have access to your whole self once again.
We all have the capacity to heal. From difficult relationships, anxiety, depression, chronic stress and/or pain, parenting challenges, infertility, traumatic life experiences, or other sources of distress. You have the capacity to heal. To live your most extraordinary life each and every day. To live wholly. People usually enter therapy because something important isn't working in their lives. Though healing work sometimes feels lonely, particularly when you first begin, you do not have to begin this journey alone. With the right guidance, the work can quickly become empowering, energizing, even enlightening, as you begin to have access to your whole self once again.
My clinical expertise is in working with adults in the areas of generalized anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, parenting concerns, emerging adulthood & life transitions.
Welcome! I have been in clinical practice for 14+ years. I am a first-generation, South Asian psychologist who is caring, culturally-sensitive, gender-affirming, and non-judgmental. I enjoy working collaboratively with my clients and use a variety of therapeutic techniques to meet them where they are on their mental health journey. My ideal client is one who has the self-awareness to begin the therapeutic process; someone who might be experiencing some of life's roadblocks/transitions or someone who has a general desire to exist more authentically.
My clinical expertise is in working with adults in the areas of generalized anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, parenting concerns, emerging adulthood & life transitions.
Welcome! I have been in clinical practice for 14+ years. I am a first-generation, South Asian psychologist who is caring, culturally-sensitive, gender-affirming, and non-judgmental. I enjoy working collaboratively with my clients and use a variety of therapeutic techniques to meet them where they are on their mental health journey. My ideal client is one who has the self-awareness to begin the therapeutic process; someone who might be experiencing some of life's roadblocks/transitions or someone who has a general desire to exist more authentically.
Thomas Bateman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MSMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Ravenswood, Chicago, IL 60640
Overall, I specialize in family systems approaches and anxiety, using CBT.
Therapy, from my perspective, is all about balance and curiosity. High hopes and occasional tough love balanced with gentleness and compassion for yourself and your loved ones. Embracing and working toward change while also accepting oneself and loving our immutable parts. Curiosity about why we are the way we are and where we might go from here, and the openness and vulnerability to get there. I view therapy as very much a collaboration -- I bring my expertise in therapeutic methods, you bring your expertise in your own life, and together we work to build the best future for you.
Overall, I specialize in family systems approaches and anxiety, using CBT.
Therapy, from my perspective, is all about balance and curiosity. High hopes and occasional tough love balanced with gentleness and compassion for yourself and your loved ones. Embracing and working toward change while also accepting oneself and loving our immutable parts. Curiosity about why we are the way we are and where we might go from here, and the openness and vulnerability to get there. I view therapy as very much a collaboration -- I bring my expertise in therapeutic methods, you bring your expertise in your own life, and together we work to build the best future for you.
Kellie Seccombe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ravenswood, Chicago, IL 60640
My areas of interest include anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, socio-political stress, & life transitions.
I became a therapist due to my deeply-rooted empathy for people of all ages experiencing the various challenges of life. I am passionate about supporting children, adolescents, young adults, and parents at all stages of their therapeutic journeys. At the beginning of treatment, I focus on creating a solid therapeutic relationship and meet clients where they’re at so that they feel safe to explore, grow, and find empowerment. I utilize a relational and trauma-informed approach along with a variety of other evidence-based modalities to assist clients in achieving their goals. We can work on creating goals together.
My areas of interest include anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, socio-political stress, & life transitions.
I became a therapist due to my deeply-rooted empathy for people of all ages experiencing the various challenges of life. I am passionate about supporting children, adolescents, young adults, and parents at all stages of their therapeutic journeys. At the beginning of treatment, I focus on creating a solid therapeutic relationship and meet clients where they’re at so that they feel safe to explore, grow, and find empowerment. I utilize a relational and trauma-informed approach along with a variety of other evidence-based modalities to assist clients in achieving their goals. We can work on creating goals together.
MyLCSW, Ltd.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ravenswood, Chicago, IL 60640
We treat conditions that can include depression, anxiety, sexuality, compulsive sexual behaviors, repeated affairs outside your primary relationship (in person or online), internet or addictions to substances and coping skills.
Our clients are diverse people, some struggle with depression or anxiety, others seek clarity in communication and adapting to change. What you request assistance with is our goal, and we will empathize and assist you in navigating the therapeutic journey. You, the client, are in charge of your life and your change. Your therapist is here to help you look at your choices, provide new skills, and be a support. All the MyLCSW clinicians believe that therapy starts where the client is.
We treat conditions that can include depression, anxiety, sexuality, compulsive sexual behaviors, repeated affairs outside your primary relationship (in person or online), internet or addictions to substances and coping skills.
Our clients are diverse people, some struggle with depression or anxiety, others seek clarity in communication and adapting to change. What you request assistance with is our goal, and we will empathize and assist you in navigating the therapeutic journey. You, the client, are in charge of your life and your change. Your therapist is here to help you look at your choices, provide new skills, and be a support. All the MyLCSW clinicians believe that therapy starts where the client is.
A positive connection with your therapist is one of the main contributors to your growth in therapy. I hope to meet you where you’re at, supporting you with empathy and understanding. Therapy may be for venting, working through a crisis, increasing self-confidence, managing anxiety or depression, identifying roadblocks, or processing trauma. My therapy practice facilitates emotional + cognitive awareness, and a biological understanding, learning how past experiences inform our present day selves. This translates into care: practicing mindfulness, self-compassion and identifying strengths that help carry you through times of change.
A positive connection with your therapist is one of the main contributors to your growth in therapy. I hope to meet you where you’re at, supporting you with empathy and understanding. Therapy may be for venting, working through a crisis, increasing self-confidence, managing anxiety or depression, identifying roadblocks, or processing trauma. My therapy practice facilitates emotional + cognitive awareness, and a biological understanding, learning how past experiences inform our present day selves. This translates into care: practicing mindfulness, self-compassion and identifying strengths that help carry you through times of change.
I also have experience with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and substance abuse.
My therapeutic approach emphasizes how our perspectives on life and relationships are informed by past experiences, where we are in the present, and our future hopes. I strive to create an open environment allowing access to the meaning of these experiences and explore the impact this has on our lives.
I also have experience with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and substance abuse.
My therapeutic approach emphasizes how our perspectives on life and relationships are informed by past experiences, where we are in the present, and our future hopes. I strive to create an open environment allowing access to the meaning of these experiences and explore the impact this has on our lives.
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Anxiety Therapists
What are the most common treatments for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.